Dennis K. Ryan

Pitching coach. Instructor of safe, efficient fastpitch mechanics. Help softball pitchers dominate, command the zone, throw late-breaking spin, and get more K’s

[Dennis K. Ryan @SpinBeforeSpeed]

About 6 months ago I radar’d this pitcher in the mid-50s. Feels good when you make the right adjustments and release her potential! #MechanicsMatter #fastpitch #softball

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Proud of this inaugural Ches-Mont Select team.
These young ladies proved they can compete with anyone and set a great foundation for the future of this franchise.
Well done. 🥎

[Carpenter Cup Softball @CarpenterCupSB]

Final: Ches-mont 8, SOL/BAL 3.

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Happy Father’s Day bucket Dads

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Next point. Next pitch. Simple mindset, yet incredibly powerful.

[Dennis K. Ryan @SpinBeforeSpeed]

A changeup in the hitter's eyes gets crushed. A changeup the clips the bottom of the zone induces swings that miss. Same pitch. Command rules, again.

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Oldie but goodie #ThrowbackThursday for one of the best lefty hitters around

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Gotta love the Mechanix® gloves and that quintessential ULL #softball swing

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Hydrates effectively:
Honey is a natural sweetener that can help athletes stay hydrated during exercise.

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2025 LL🥎WS champ 💪 Pennsylvania’s ace, Reagan Bills, points to her honey.
4 ways 🍯 benefits pitchers👇

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Boosts muscle recovery:
Honey contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties that can help reduce muscle soreness and promote recovery after exercise.

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Improves endurance:
Studies have shown that consuming honey before or during exercise can improve endurance and reduce fatigue.

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Provides sustained energy:
Honey contains fructose and glucose, which are readily absorbed by the body and provide sustained energy during exercise.

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Ever wonder what a great flip change looks like? 💯

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One of the reasons @CanadyNijaree continues to dominate is that she continues to improve. You must be able to change speeds to keep hitters off time. Seek out three speeds, with a 20–25% speed differential of your FB to CU.

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Ever wonder what 💯 looks like? Just watch @jordybahl

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Want to make your hitting coach jump for joy? Let that outside pitch travel.

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#softball 🤔🍀

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Ever wonder if you really need that face mask? Ask the 69 MPH scrise ball.

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@bryancparks Correct. And yes, there are undeniable similarities there 🎯

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Who’s the capital one silhouette pitcher? Any guesses?

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@bryancparks Close, try again. 🤔